Child Care Resource Center

10/15/2026

📣 We’re out in the community today!

Our team is at Lorain County Community College for today’s job fair, representing Child Care Staffing Solutions and connecting with individuals interested in opportunities in the child care field! 🧸💼

We love being out in our community, building connections, and helping support the child care workforce. ❤️

Interested in exploring opportunities in child care? We’d love to connect with you!

10/14/2026

💙 FOSTER PARENTS: LET’S LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER! 💙

Are you new to foster parenting or interested in becoming a foster parent? 🏡 Or have you been fostering for a while and want to connect with, encourage, and invest in others on their fostering journey? 🤝

Join CCRC for a Foster Parent Book Study featuring First-Time Fostering by Laura, the Foster Parent Partner! 📚✨

Whether you’re just getting started or have years of experience, this is a great opportunity to build connections, share experiences, learn from one another, and strengthen your foster parenting journey. ❤️

📩 Ready to join us? Register today!

Contact Paige Pray:
📧 [email protected]
📞 440-242-0413 ext. 456

🔗 Register online through the CCRC calendar:
https://tinyurl.com/CCRCJan2027

You don’t have to navigate the fostering journey alone. Let’s learn, connect, and support one another! 💙

10/14/2026

💙 THANK YOU, SANDUSKY COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERS! 💙

A big thank-you to all of our community partners who joined us today at Journey Church in Sandusky County to learn more about how CarePortal can help us work together to support families in our communities! 🤝 Your willingness to connect, collaborate, and make a difference helps ensure families receive the resources and support they need to thrive.

📣 Erie County Partners — We're Looking Forward to Seeing You Tomorrow!

📅 Thursday, October 15th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 New Life Church, Sandusky

Come learn how you can be part of a collaborative network that connects local churches, and individuals with opportunities to meet the needs of children and families right here in our community. ❤️

📩 For more information or to register, contact:

Anita St. John
📧 [email protected]
📞 440-242-0413 ext. 247

Together, we can strengthen our communities and make a lasting difference for children and families! 🌟

10/14/2026

🌱 A different environment can spark a fresh idea!

Join CCRC’s Early Care & Education Network at Acorn Childcare Center for conversation, connection, and a chance to see another child care environment.

We’re bringing meetings into local programs so our hosts can showcase their centers and fellow educators can gather ideas for their own spaces. Come see how another program creates spaces for learning, play, and connection!

📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 3 p.m.
📍 Acorn Childcare Center
37800 French Creek Rd., Avon, OH 44011

We’ll also discuss current hot topics, share practical resources, and make time for your questions. Staff, administrators, and owners are all welcome!

👉 Register: https://tinyurl.com/ccrcoct26

What part of another program’s environment inspires you most—classrooms, outdoor spaces, or learning centers? 👇

10/14/2026

🦸‍♀️ Let’s Talk About Raising Resilient Children! 🦸‍♂️

Join us for an upcoming Triple P Positive Parenting Seminar focused on helping your child build independence, confidence, and social skills! 💛

✨ Earn parent training hours
🍽️ Enjoy a FREE light meal
👶 Child care provided
💡 Take home practical strategies and helpful resources to support your child’s growth!

📅 Tuesday, October 27th | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Cross Community Church – 525 Abbe Rd. N., Elyria, OH 44035

📝 Register online today! Visit https://ccrcinc.com/services-to-the-community/ccrc-calendar or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Questions? Contact Martha at 440-242-0413 ext. *248 or [email protected].

We hope to see you there! ❤️

10/13/2026

Thinking about opening a child care program in Ohio? We’re your one-stop shop!

The Ohio Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) system is your guide to getting started! From pre-licensing support and navigating the licensing process to training and resources, the Child Care Resource Center and all of her sister agencies around the state of Ohio are here to help you every step of the way.

Your vision. Our guidance. Stronger child care for Ohio’s families!

📩 Contact CCRC to get started! [email protected]

See video link in the first comment below...

Starting Point
Action for Children
4C for Children
COAD4Kids
Early Childhood Resource Center
YWCA Child Care Resource & Referral
YWCA Child Care Resource & Referral - Lima
YWCA Child Care Resource & Referral - Mansfield

10/12/2026

The Child Care Resource Center works directly with employers to help find solutions to these types of problems. We could put systems in place, provide grant support to help you do planning and implementation of these programs, and can help you design something that fits your employee specifically.
Reach out today and let’s start turning things around for your employees.

Financial wellness at work.

10/12/2026

💻 Let’s connect over lunch!

Join CCRC’s Early Care & Education Network on Zoom to discuss current hot topics, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with others who understand the work you do every day.

📅 Friday, October 16 | 12 p.m.
📍 Virtual on Zoom — link sent upon registration

Have a challenge you’re working through or a resource others might love? Bring it to the conversation! Staff, administrators, and owners are all welcome.

👉 Register: https://tinyurl.com/ccrcoct26

What topic would you like us to discuss? Tell us in the comments! 👇

10/09/2026

🚨 Need your Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification? 🚨

We’re offering an upcoming American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR training at CCRC! ❤️

📅 November 18, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 CCRC – 5350 Oberlin Ave., Lorain, OH
💰 $100 per person

✅ Earn your certification upon completion
✅ Required for working in child care
✅ Certification through the American Red Cross

Spots are available! Contact Alyssa at 440-242-0413 ext. *241 or [email protected] to register.

We’d love to help you get certified and ready to provide safe care! ❤️

10/08/2026

💪 Let’s Talk About Raising Resilient Children! ❤️

How can we help our children bounce back from challenges, work through difficulties, and build resilience?

Join us for a conversation about Raising Resilient Children through the Triple P Positive Parenting Program!

This is a great opportunity for parents to:
✨ Connect with other parents
✨ Explore practical tools for building resilience
✨ Learn strategies to help children navigate challenges
✨ Connect with local resources and supports

And it’s FREE! 🙌 Participants will receive a light meal and child care, plus be entered into a gift basket drawing! 🎁

📅 Wednesday, October 14
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Elyria Early Childhood Village
42331 Griswold Rd., Elyria, OH 44035

👉 Register now using the QR code on the flyer!
Questions? Contact Martha at *440-242-0413 ext. *248 or [email protected].

Come connect, learn, and build some practical tools to help your little ones grow into strong, confident, resilient children! 💛